For some, a dose of faith is key to losing weight
For some, a dose of faith is key to losing weight
By Jill Carroll
The Daniel Plan, a faith-based diet, exercise and lifestyle plan created by megachurch pastor Rick Warren, in consultation with three medical doctors has been implemented in Christian congregations across the country and in Houston.
Continue ReadingVariety is the spice of life for new restaurants
By Syd Kearney
Houston, what are you waiting for? When it comes to dining, here is what is in store for 2013.
Continue ReadingDear Abby
Son discovers father's secret 'friend'
By Abby
Dear Abby: I'm the youngest of three children, and I'll be graduating from high school in the spring. My parents always seemed happy with each other.
Ask Heloise
Land line may be a lifeline
By Heloise
Dear Readers: As cellphones become more and more popular, many people are forgoing land lines. But in the event of an emergency, if cellphone towers go out or there is no power to charge your phone, what will you do?
Jokes from readers
Jokes on us: Jan. 4
By Pradeep Anand
There was once a cross-eyed teacher who couldn't control his pupils. Pradeep Anand, Sugar Land
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'Superhero' to break boards while skydiving
Maybe if you've spent half your life as an actual Power Ranger, it makes a lot of sense. Maybe if you're a martial arts expert it sounds, if not like a piece of cake, at least plausible.
End-of-the-year updates on some intriguing topics
Whatever happened with the Cistern? The Deer Park Prairie? And Buck? The Cistern What will the Buffalo Bayou Partnership do with the cistern, the darkly gorgeous abandoned reservoir near Jamail Skatepark on the edge of downtown?
Daughter's pitch stands out from Mattress Mack's
It's one of those weird questions I get a lot. … Why is Mattress Mack's daughter, Laura McIngvale-Brown, always sitting in those Gallery Furniture commercials? Mack used to stand and jump and scream "Save You Money!
New year brings week of garden events
Saturday Bare-root fruit trees: With Dianne Norman. 1:30-3:30 p.m. at Wabash Antiques and Feed Store, 5701 Washington; 713-863-8322, www.wabash feed.com . Free. Urban Harvest's prepare-for-the-fruit-tree-sale talk: 2-4:30 p.m. at United Way, 50 Waugh Drive; 713-880-5540, www.urbanharvest.org .
What began as a joke became important
On Christmas morning, the phone rang at an odd hour, and my first thought was, "Well, it's Old Friend Morgan, calling on schedule." That thought had a short life since O.F. is no longer among the living.
Style
StyleBecause you're worth it: Spa staycations in Galveston
By Joy Sewing
While you're setting goals to get in shape in the new year, how about resolving to pamper yourself more? Area hotel spas make it easy to re-charge and de-stress, whether it's with a classic massage or more specialty treatments.
Continue ReadingFood / Cooking
Food / CookingRisky business: the ups and downs of daring Provisions
By Alison Cook
It's a weekday night and the Yeah Yeah Yeahs pump quietly over the sound system at the Pass & Provisions, the dual-concept new restaurant from chefs Seth Siegel-Gardner and Terrence Gallivan.
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Society
SocietyMFAH and Symphony warm up for global galas
Even before the new year began, philanthropic types started the party with kickoffs for global-themed 2013 events. Shoaleh and Asghar Nosrati served cocktails at their opulent home for the executive committee of the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston's Arts of the Islamic World Gala, "Beyond Boundaries."
Continue ReadingGardening
GardeningStar-struck: stylish items with a spacey vibe
ASSOCIATED PRESS
Stars, moons and planets have long been inspiration for designers. For aficionados and anyone who appreciates the artistry to be found in astronomy, a galaxy of beautiful items for the home is available.
Continue ReadingHouston Belief
Houston BeliefPrison seminary transforms culture from inside out
By Ken Chitwood
Plenty of seminaries train pastors for ministry in prisons, but few train prisoners for ministry behind bars. Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary (SWBTS) is doing just that, with 77 inmate/students serving life sentences at the high-security Darrington Unit penitentiary in Brazoria County.
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